Live At The Blue Note Chicago captures Nat King Cole at the height of his powers, performing in an intimate club setting during his legendary 1953 residency. Featuring his celebrated small group combo, the album delivers unforgettable renditions of classics like "Unforgettable," "Paper Moon," and "Route 66," all restored from the original tapes to immerse listeners in the energy and warmth of a true jazz night at Chicago’s famed Blue Note.
This Record Store Day exclusive brings unprecedented access to a trove of never-before-heard live performances, meticulously compiled from multiple nights and a matinee at the club. Complete with two pamphlets, this release not only showcases Cole’s impeccable vocals and piano work but also preserves a remarkable moment in jazz history, making it an essential listen for fans and collectors alike.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Iconic (3)
- Genre: Jazz, Pop
- Release Date: 05/31/2024
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TRACKS
A1. Frank Holzfeind Introduction #1
A2. Little Girl
A3. Unforgettable
A4. It's Only A Paper Moon
A5. Love Is Here To Stay
A6. Too Marvelous For Words
A7. What Does It Take?
B1. You Stepped Out Of A Dream
B2. Exactly Like You
B3. Sweet Lorraine
B4. Can't I?
B5. Band Introduction
B6. Calypso Blues
C1. Frank Holzfeind Introduction #2
C2. Walkin' My Baby Back Home
C3. Mona Lisa/Too Young
C4. Blue Gardenia
C5. Straighten Up And Fly Right
C6. Funny (Not Much)
C7. Somewhere Along The Way
C8. Nature Boy
D1. Pretend
D2. A Fool Was I
D3. If Love Is Good To Me
D4. I Am In Love
D5. This Can't Be Love
D6. Route 66
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